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VIRGINIA RAINES Obituary
Poo-Cat was preceded in death by her sisters; Ruth Taylor, Gladys Wilkins, Wanda Raines, and a brother, Wilbur Raines.
Virginia loved to entertain and spend time with her family. She loved to play cards and visit the casino whenever she could. She was always known as the life of the party. She accepted everybody. And she was a true entrepreneur who worked hard to take care of her family.
She leaves to cherish a devoted spouse, Charles Bethea of Petersburg. Five loving and devoted children; Belinda Scott, Cassandra Raines, Michael Raines (Shalaunda White), Mitchell Raines (Amanda Pettaway), and Tavon Raines. Sister; Queen Harris, Four brothers; Russell Jones, Oliver Rainey (Deserie Rainey), Calvin Raines, and Donald Raines. She loved her grandchildren dearly, Briana Scott, Damarius Scott, Michaela Raines, and Chandra Jones. And also a host of other relatives and dear friends.
A public viewing for Mrs. Virginia A. Raines will be held Tuesday, December 29, 2020, from 12-7 PM at the Petersburg Chapel - Joseph M. Johnson & Son Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held at 12 Noon Wednesday, December 30, 2020, at the Wilkerson Memorial Cemetery Petersburg, VA with the Rev. Alexander Williams, officiating.
In keeping with the guidelines set forth by the state of Virginia, all visitors must wear masks and socially distance themselves at all viewings and services.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the professional staff- Petersburg Chapel- Joseph M. Johnson & Son Funeral Home, 530 S. Sycamore St., Petersburg, VA 23803 (804)863-4411 www.johnsonservices.us.
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Briana Scott
January 20, 2021
Word can't explain how much I miss you grandma & being apart from you is the hardest thing but i know that your in a better place. I’ma continue to make you proud no matter what happens in life grandma because you mean that much to me I’ma always love best friend & one day we'll met but until then your always in my heart.
cynthia ogburn
December 30, 2020
u gone but you will never be forgotten fly high girlfriend until we see each other again
Janeshia Swann
December 30, 2020
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Michelle Anderson
December 29, 2020
To the family Belinda Lil Boo Michael Travon and Mitchell I know how y'all feel but trust me it will get better as long as y'all put God first and hold on to his unchanging hand he will get you through it. Be Blessed love Mercy
Rhonda Bailey
December 29, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Michael Raines
December 28, 2020
I love you so much ma and I promise to keep on grinding for you FatCat ❤ Michaela down here still tryna run the house like she you lol I swear my baby act just like you at 3 years old lol ❤
Shalaunda White
December 28, 2020
Love you always Ma. You loved me and these kids and would do anything for us. We’ll never forget you. Thanks for always being you, I learned more from you than you know. Love Always La-La
Angela Gholson
December 28, 2020
Prayers of comfort to the family during this difficult time such a sweet person who made everyone feel comfortable and always welcomed... No one was a stranger in her world. We will miss you poocat!! Fly high baby..
Victoria King
December 28, 2020
Sorry for y'all loss raines family
Dawn Branch
December 28, 2020
To the Raines family in memory of your mother she was a good and caring person all my life me and my mom Edwina Howard always stopped by her house to and sit with her and talk to you you know we have our prayers were you and your family may God bless you and your family and this time of grief Jesus name I pray amen for you and your family and sisters and brother and grandkids
Solom Mack
December 27, 2020
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Judy
December 27, 2020
It was a shock to find out that you were suddenly gone! A flower that God took to rescue you from this world! God loves you best! You will be forever missed! You were a great friend to me i will miss talking to you! Rest on my friend!
Sadly missed
Judy and family
Karla SaundersSaunders
December 27, 2020
This lady right here was so sweet always spoke and held a general conversation I met her years ago and everytime we saw each other she spoke with a smile may the family gain strength and peace during this difficult time God is still in control .
Sandra Bartlebaugh
December 27, 2020
I will never forget how loving this woman was to me when I met her and that she had cooked the best chicken wings I have ever eaten. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Tina Richardson
December 27, 2020
Tina Richardson my deepest sympathy to the lanes family I am a friend of Russell rains family wants you all to know that you are all in our prayers God bless you all
Belinda Scott
December 27, 2020
Mommy I miss u so much my life will never be the same again without you
Lillian Taylor
December 27, 2020
Condolences to family
Bertha Prosise
December 26, 2020
Condolences to the Raines Family God Bless you all during these trying times
Carlton Jackson
December 26, 2020
From our family,We are gonna miss you
Carol Jones
December 26, 2020
Poo Cat,I saw you back in the summer at Steve's house on Mars Street.I'm glad that I hugged you and talk for a while.I will never forget the times that we shared.RIH,Virginia Raines.
Delisa Mitchell-Robinson
December 26, 2020
To My Raines Family!! I'm Really Going To Miss Aunt Poo Cat.. I Had Just Spoken To Her Not Too Long Ago. And I'm So Happy That I Ended The Conversation With I Love You!! My Heart Is Feeling So Heavy. I'm Really Going To Miss Her. I'm Praying For The Whole Family. Y'all Be Strong. And I Love You!! ♥♥
Tonya Hawkins
December 26, 2020
God bless
Carol Wolfe
December 26, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Travis Harris
December 26, 2020
I pray for the family strength and guidance at the most deepest time in there mist, let god help guide you thru the storm tho we my be frustrated and confused and my not understand y hold on tight to your loved one and let the brighter day of joy and good times over come the sadness
Donald Taylor
December 26, 2020
Rest Easy mama I appreciate the love and open arms you’ve always shown me! Biggest heart and smile! Sending my condolences to the family ❤
Tasha Whitaker
December 26, 2020
Sorry for your loss your family are in my prayers
April Hurt
December 26, 2020
I’m gonna miss u ma one thing u always did was check up on me n da kids and always treated me like family RIP our angel and watch over us til we meet again
Shannon Jackson
December 26, 2020
So sorry that you all have to go through this pain .
May God continue to bless you at this time of need.
Please pray for the families
Renee Hawkins
December 26, 2020
My condolences to the family, RIP Pooh Cat
Patricia White
December 26, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.I'm Praying for you all.
Carol Mason Jones
December 26, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. May God bless your entire family sending love and comfort to Queen may God give your family strength during this difficult time
Brenda Brydie
December 26, 2020
My Coldoence goes out to the Raines family you gonna always be in our heart with love
Marteace Mason
December 25, 2020
I’m gonna miss you Poo-Kat a true friend and wonderful person but awesome mother. I’ll never forget the times we had laughed and had fun whether its at my cousin pumpkin house, your spot or the Horsemen we did it big. To Mike,Lil boo,Big boo,Mitch and Tavon I’m praying for you. God will take care of it all. Poo-Kat Rest in Paradise the Legend will always live on. My Friend Poo-Kat we Love You!!
Sandra Davis
December 25, 2020
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Sarina King
December 25, 2020
Love you going to miss you
Marilyn Tucker Tony Taylor
December 24, 2020
My prayers are with Belinda Raines and the family. Poo cat will be missed so dearly
Loretta Spratley
December 23, 2020
Sorry for your loss.poo cat brought a many smiles to alot of people face.am glad I get to know her for a many yrs.sad that you are gone.Gone but never forgotten.
Lydia Francois
December 23, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
crystal whitaker
December 22, 2020
I love you I'm going miss u alot all the time we had
Brenda Edlow
December 22, 2020
My Coldoence goes out to the Raines family from James Jones and Brenda jones
Sherry Garnett
December 21, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Sherry Garnett
December 21, 2020
I'm going to miss you my friend, We didn't see each other every day but when we do run into each other my cuts up terrible ,Rest in peace Poo Cat until we meet again and to her kids and family may god continue to give your the strength to get through this. It's a tough one praying for ya'll .
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